Apple has revealed the second generation of its Apple Watch, making the wearable "swim-proof" for the first time.
The new Watch comes with a speaker that is able to eject any water that gets inside the speaker grill.
Apple chief Tim Cook said that since launching the Apple Watch in 2015, it has become the second most popular watch brand globally and the most popular smartwatch.
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Called Apple Watch Series 2, Apple has completely overhauled the internals of the device, with a new display as well as a new processor that makes the Watch "up to 50%" faster, Apple's Jeff Williams said.
Apple also revealed that built-in GPS will appear on the wearable for the first time, enabling users to run without needing to take their phone with them.
Apple just added 'Pokémon GO' to the Apple Watch #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/nSNtSLEjUC
— Business Insider (@businessinsider) 7 September 2016
The announcement took place during Apple's live event in San Francisco, where Tim Cook took to the stage after appearing alongside Late Late Show host James Corden for a special edition of Carpool Karaoke, a TV show Apple has bought the rights to, to create standalone episodes.
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Mr Cook then returned to unveil the iPhone 7, saying the firm's smartphone had become the "industry gold standard", and the smartphone "by which all others are measured".
Apple has made the iPhone dust and water resistant for the first time, and redesigned the device's camera, as well as introducing a second lens to the rear of the larger iPhone 7 Plus, leading to better and sharper images, Apple says.
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The second lens on the 7 Plus is a 'telephoto' lens and will enable users to quickly zoom in without losing image quality - something that has plagued smartphones for years.
It's all about wireless
— Katie Linendoll (@KatieLinendoll) 7 September 2016
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The home button has been given a vibration-based taptic feedback system so it now vibrates when touched to give users feedback. The feature is already in use on the firm's MacBook laptops.
As was widely rumoured, Apple also confirmed the removal of the headphone jack connection on the base of the phone.
Introducing Apple's new wireless "ear pods" — which I will likely/definitely lose as soon as I purchase. #AppleEvent pic.twitter.com/9lVSajOwF5
— Natalie DiBlasio (@ndiblasio) 7 September 2016
Instead, Apple said it now includes earphones in their boxes that connect to the iPhone's Lightning connection, currently used for charging and data transfer.
An adaptor will also be included in the box that will enable traditional headphone users to connect to the new iPhone and continue to use their existing headset.
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Some commentators had predicted a backlash from consumers if Apple completely cut off wired connections in one move.
New "breakthrough" wireless EarPods called AirPods were also unveiled for those wanting to go wireless.
The AirPods contain sensors that can tell when they are in a user's ears, and can be connected to an iPhone or Apple Watch just by opening the smart box they come in, that also charges them.
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Apple said they would have five hours of battery life.
The iPhone 7 will also come with stereo speakers for the first time, with a speaker now placed at the top and bottom of the device.
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